"On behalf of the Forest Lake American Legion Post 225, we give thanks for Robert's military service to our nation in the Navy."
In loving memory of
Robert V. Nelson
June 2, 1924 - February 6, 2018
Age 93, formerly of Blaine. Loving Husband, Dad, Grandpa, Great-Grandpa & Brother, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at home on February 6, 2018.
Bob is preceded in death by his daughter, Sandra (Frank) Jacques; siblings, Dorothy Quarnstrom, Lois Knight, Basil. He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Clara "Tiny"; children, Steve (Carol), Stacey; 12 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-granddaughter; sister, Lorraine (Dale) Anselman; brother-in-law, Harry Schmidt; nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends. Bob was a proud WWII veteran, serving in the Navy. He loved fishing, was a people person, and could fix anything.
Visitation 4-8 PM Friday, February 16th at Roberts Family Life Celebration Home. A Celebration of Bob's Life 11 AM Saturday, February 17th with visitation beginning one hour prior at Roberts Family Life Celebration Home, 555 SW Centennial Dr., Forest Lake. Interment 10 AM Tuesday, February 20th at Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Christ Life Church, 4555 University Ave. NE, Columbia Heights.
Tributes
"I sure loved my Uncle Bobby! I send all of my love to Aunt Tiny, Steven, Stacy and the rest of the family."
"I would like to express my deepest sympathy to family and friends. May all of your good memories be greater than your sadness during this difficult time. (Isaiah 25:8)"
"A great man. I was fortunate to have Bob as a neighbor growing up. I enjoyed witnessing the deep friendship with my dad. I know they are together again taking their walks in Heaven. "